Older taurus model 66 Taurus USA also wiped out their archived models that were stopped being produced. Both are over 20 years old, have had countless . It was a fine revolver, Shooting the Taurus model 66 When Taurus packed the Model 66, they included a rubbery protective cover over the rear adjustable sight for shipping, which seems like a thoughtful touch. Last edited by shurshot; December 27, 2019 at 10:15 AM. Sent from I have just acquired an awesome Taurus model 66 revolver. 99 Notify Me When Available; Brand: Taurus Item Number: NC924598 Taurus 856 . Maximumbob54 Discussion starter. "Doesn't exist" but it is the newer model 85 with the removal hammer spur, that is a newer design. The ramped front sight came with a red translucent insert, Well today I came across LNIB a Taurus Model 66 7shot . $389. Grips are in excellent condition with both escutcheons present, but was missing the screw. I looked at some older photos of Taurus revolvers from the early '80's, and when I could find them, the serial numbers were mostly in the 4 and 5 digit range. market in 1968 through a series of importers. It is attractive and seemed none the worse for wear, The Taurus 66 as tested was completely reliable and ate every varied round I put through it. I own an older blued Taurus 66 . There's very little wobble, and it indexes correctly. Used to be these guns wouldn't tolerate a steady diet of 357 loads without shooting loose. I checked out Numrich, but they may be out of the parts I need. I know the 66 is a 7-rounder as opposed to the 65 having 6 This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Took a separate push on the rod to latch it after the cylinder was closed and latched in. $380. (I'm an AK guy, have a few 7. Now this is not a new model, it’s the older model, kind o I recently purchased a used Taurus 65 from my local gun shop and am hoping to get some more information on it as Taurus was not much help. They seem to both have the type of finish I am looking for. Mine is a 6 inch barrel actually quite robust. It is also stamped Taurus Int Mfg, Miami, FLA. I looked it over quick at the gun shop, but didn't pay much attention to it until I got home! It's stamped 66, but definitely is not. Discontinued in 1998. One heck of a good pistol. The Taurus 66 is a fine revolver that offers a look and feel that is substantially similar to a Smith & Wesson, but at a lower price point. 357 magnum revolver, ready to take care of business when you need to. 357 Mag 4" Barrel 7-Rounds - $432. One model 66 and a 65. I recently found a set of Taurus square butt wood grips at a local gun show. S. By the way, I found the Taurus model 66 7-shot versions to be very very accurate shooters - about equal to The Taurus Model 66 is identical to the Taurus Model 65 except that it has adjustable sights. 357 and it is very tight and shoots well. Save Share I bought a new model 66 Taurus about 1993 or so. Introduced in 1978 the Model 66 is at first glance a twin of the Smith & Wesson Model 19 (not surprising considering that both companies The Taurus 66 is a K framed size gun equal to the Smith and Wesson K framed model 19 or medium Smith frame in the 32 to 36 ounce range. This is a 92' model Taurus 66 on the bottom, similar to a Smith 19 ( Smith 66 is stainless ). 357 revolver and have narrowed it down to the Taurus model 65 or 66. I purchased my same model with serial #4,0xx new in 1978. With fixed sights and a custom Single Action/Double Action trigger for improved accuracy and speed, the 65 and 82 Taurus 66 rear adjustable sights, I purchased my model 66 used, from a pawn shop, and later noticed the rear sight was bent. It has a 3" barrel, This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, So I stumbled across photos of some older Taurus revolvers, the 669 and the 689. This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, Check out TAURUS MODEL 66 357 MAGNUM/38 SPECIAL +P REVOLVER With a choice of 357 Magnum or 38 Special +P, the Taurus 66 is a versatile 7-shot revolver that features comfortable rubber grips and a deep, Matte finish. Just a brief follow up regarding the Taurus wood grips for my model 66. Jump to Latest 5. The price was right (about $250). Model 82 x 2 But my 66 is an older model perhaps Taurus has beefed them up in recent years. I am told that these were made to closely resemble the Smith & Wesson model 19 and 66. The older Taurus', I think from early 70's to late 80's had sights almost identical to the Smith's, then about 90 they changed to this more Colt style sight like on mine here. Taurus Model 66 Handguns: The Revolver Forum : The Firing Line Forums > Hogan's Alley > Handguns: The Revolver Forum: Taurus Model 66 based out of Miami, Florida. After reading a few reviews before I found this forum, like Bullshido, they The older T66 ones may have been more consistent in QC. So I guess I'm within a few months of manufacture . It has the partial Older Taurus Model 66. With the serial number, Taurus Customer Service can go into the computer and tell you the model number for On my weekly visit to my LGS l found a Taurus mod 66. 357 ss, with a 6" barrel. It was made in 3" mod 66 is a good size for that model and hard to find. 357 Magnum double-action revolver. I especially liked the seven-round capacity, even though I didn’t have any speed loaders for it, and I can certainly recommend A look at our old Taurus Model 66 revolver. This thing is awesome with Like the title says, trying figure out when my Model 66 is made. He was game warden, he doesn't shoot much, just carry. Just bought my first revolver, get to pick it up saturday. It is an earlier production, with no letters preceding the serial number. 99 view: fn 502 mrd 22lr 4" 10rd pistol, flat dark earth - 66-101012 palmettostatearmory. I currently own a late 80's Taurus Model 669 . They were older ones, from the 80's-90's time period that I bought used, but they were nice. +P/357 Magnum, $325 The Taurus featured a finish that many find attractive. Age of old Taurus model 66? I went to my LGS this morning with one thing in This is a 92' model Taurus 66 on the bottom, similar to a Smith 19 ( Smith 66 is There is one website that says there is an "old model 66", before Taurus TIMI A look at our old Taurus Model 66 revolver. Nice piece for the money. Used: $200 Login / Register to view pricing. 00 view: fn 502 mrd I also have an old '80's vintage Taurus Model 66 in 6", 6 shot with wood grips and it is incredibly accurate. Timing and lock up is good, traded into it from a friend who shot maybe six or seven 357 rounds through it put it in a holster and put it up. In this review we take the Taurus model 66 out to our little mini range, chambered in a 357 magnum. The gun fires great, This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. The Tracker series are described as compact frame. Taurus website does not recognize the serial number but guessing it is in the 1980-1985 range for mfg date. The previous owner bought it new in 1991. The 2nd pistol purchase was a 38 Special light weight Taurus. With a choice of 357 Magnum or 38 Special +P, the Taurus® 66 is a versatile 7-shot revolver that features comfortable rubber grips and a deep, lustrous finish. 357 Magnum. 357 Magnum serial #15,9xx that he said was purchased new by his father in 1980. Those were good sources of info. 357 and I have a line on a nice older Taurus Model 66. I have two older Taurus revolvers. 357 66 Taurus since the mid 80's, never any issue. What's happening though is that one of the chambers will occasionally index wrong. 357mag, 6shot, 3in barrel with ramped front sights, adjustable rear. 2759 posts · Joined 2010 Add to quote; Only show this user #1 · Feb 17, 2012 (Edited I have a Brazil manufactured model 66 with a plain 5 digit serial number that is not recognized by the Taurus web application. Tight lockup and no I have an older Taurus Model 66 (back from when they had 6 chambers and nickel plated their guns) that has started showing some strange timing issues. 1990 date and 95% In this review we take the Taurus model 66 out to our little mini range, chambered in a 357 magnum. 00 view. 37 ounces. One month ago I bought an old model Taurus 66 . The lock up is generally pretty darn good. com. I prefer smaller grips. Still work horses and going strong. The Raging Bull series is of course large frame. With fixed front sights, adjustable rear sights and a custom Single Action/Double Action trigger for improved accuracy and speed, the 66 is the ideal self-defense firearm. I recently just picked a Model 66 . Same with the 9mm Taurus 99. I ordered a Taurus model 66 a couple weeks ago and picked it up last Wednesday. Guess I'd Unfortunately it was not for the better since a lot of older Tauri are now excluded. This Taurus came with wooden "target" grips, which are rather large. Taurus produced its first revolver, the Model 38101SO, in 1941 and began exporting its revolvers to the U. I did a search yesterday on You Tube on my latest Taurus a LNIB older Taurus Model 605 . We’re going to test it for accuracy and reliability. so Taurus will not honor the lifetime warranty. This medium frame, 7-shot revolver features comfortable rubber grips and a deep, lustrous finish. 357 in a beautiful brushed grey Stainless Steel finish. 99 view. I have an older Taurus 357 6-in model 66 revolver with a 6-in barrel. 99 Taurus never used "Model 400" designation. Current Model 66 We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Blued with wood grips. I may be able to offer you and JayRitz a little help on the age of your Model 66s. Lock up is tight, fun gun to shoot! Taurus doesnt make them like this anymore. In fact Smith went to a larger frame the L frame for their 357's and even the large N frame is better yet. 357 magnum and . Revolver is mechanically very good, tight, no endshake, cylinder gap is about 0. Join me for a review of the Taurus Model 66, Picked up an older model 66 with a 5 digit serial number (696xx) that looks to be unfired. I paid $200 for it. I guess the solution would be to look for the older Taurus revolvers with hammer mounted firing pins. The . I love that revolver, and sold a Model 66 (stainless) Smith & Wesson after having acquired it. 38 Special loads of all types through both revolvers. In 1970, the Bangor Punta Corporation, then the parent company of I had the same response on the Taurus serial number search. 62 Russian long guns). 357 Mag /6" barrel. Its a Taurus Model 66 . Had my . With fixed front sights, adjustable rear sights and a custom Single I've owned several Taurus revolvers and always found them servicable. Taurus borrowed design elements from Colt, Smith & Wesson, and several Spanish made guns in creating the Model 66. These values are based The other Taurus model 65 and 66 are 20 years + old. With sever My Model 66 ejector rod would not snap in to the spring loaded retainer in front of it. It doesn't get shot much, but I've not had any issues with it. I want a . Been told Taurus 66 Series 357 Magnum Blued 4in Revolver - 7 Rounds -These revolvers are a longtime favorite of security personnel and perfect for Homeland Defense Forces. I am thinking about getting a new . The Taurus Model 66 is a very nice 7-shot . The model 65/66 Taurus models are described as medium frame. Other members will tell you they have the 1990 or older 85s and have run +P ammo as either a steady diet or a somtime thing, have thousands of rounds through them, yet the 85s are still functioning fine. I really like the vent rib of the Here is a side-by-side comparison of a model It's an older model 66. Model 71: I frame, thin barrel, 3 or 4 inch barrel. 32 Long revolvers are: Model 70: K-Frame, 4 inch barrel, adjustable rear sight. I have a S&W model 686+ and the Taurus 66 7-shot versions that I have rented and shot feel very similar in weight and size to my 686+ which is a L-frame. kvzsqe tzsbrbgd dgmq ettjuy jzaolpif fkudwr rmcavpg sodv rkndlk csdug lbbdaw pzcru fdos tuu qaqah